FAQ

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noun

ˈfak How to pronounce FAQ (audio)
ˌef-ˌā-ˈkyü
: a document (as on a website) that provides answers to a list of typical questions that users might ask regarding a particular subject
check the FAQ
also : a question included in such a document
a list of FAQs

FAQ

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abbreviation

fair average quality

Examples of FAQ in a Sentence

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Noun
Some of those changes appear to be already taking effect: the company’s FAQ page has changed in the last 24 hours. Mia Sato, The Verge, 6 Sep. 2024 That section in the current version of the FAQ page was heavily rewritten. Jon Brodkin, Ars Technica, 6 Sep. 2024 Shopping Home Products Patio Furniture & Outdoors Take your patio from summer to fall with our top picks In This Article Our Top Picks Reviews What to Know Behind the Scenes FAQ Why Trust PEOPLE? Alida Nugent, Peoplemag, 4 Sep. 2024 Read our Money Diaries FAQ doc here or email us here. R29 Team, refinery29.com, 4 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for FAQ 

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Word History

Etymology

Noun

frequently asked questions

First Known Use

Noun

1987, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of FAQ was in 1987

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“FAQ.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/FAQ. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.

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